Buy Fill Dirt in Saint Louis, Missouri

The delivered price for fill dirt in Saint Louis comes down to how many tons you order, the distance from the supplier to your address, and the delivery window you pick at checkout. Saint Louis sees about 97 days a year below freezing, so getting a structurally sound fill that handles freeze-thaw is a smart first move.

You order online by the ton, and Gravel Monkey handles the trucking. The quote appears once you enter a ZIP code. That is the number that matters.

Fill Dirt Delivered to Saint Louis

Fill dirt is not a planting medium. It is excavated subsoil with no organic matter, designed for structural jobs like raising grade, filling holes, and backfill. For the growing layer that goes on top, you want topsoil.

Common Projects for Fill Dirt in Saint Louis

Here is how fill dirt is typically specified on Saint Louis job sites.

How Saint Louis Weather Affects Your Fill Dirt Job

Saint Louis gets about 44 inches of precipitation a year. That much water needs a drainage plan so your fill does not turn into a mud pit. With about 72 wet days a year, you want to schedule the delivery onto firm ground to avoid ruts.

The freeze-thaw cycle is the bigger wildcard. About 97 days a year drop below 32F, and the ground freezing here is real but moderate. That movement can destabilize an unconsolidated base, so compact your fill dirt properly before winter sets in. Snowfall runs about 11 inches a year, and plowing can damage a loose surface.

Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it.

Estimating How Much Fill Dirt You Need

To estimate your tonnage, measure the length and width of the area and the depth you want to fill. Multiply to get cubic feet, then use the fill dirt calculator to convert that to tons. It accounts for the density of compacted fill dirt so you get a realistic number.

Ordering Fill Dirt from Gravel Monkey

Place your order online by the ton. At checkout you choose a delivery window: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery proceeds only after you approve that second email.

A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You agree to be available (or have someone you nominate) at the site during the window. Gravel Monkey delivers in dump trucks carrying 1 to 40-plus tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order.

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Materials That Pair with Fill Dirt in Saint Louis

These materials often go on top of or alongside fill dirt on Saint Louis projects.

• Sand for a leveling bed under pavers or concrete.
• Walkway Gravel for a stable, weed-resistant surface over fill dirt.
• Mulch for a finished top layer that holds moisture and controls weeds.
• Topsoil is the growing layer that goes directly on top of your fill dirt.
• Crushed Concrete for a compacted base under fill dirt in heavy-load areas.
• Crushed Gravel for drainage layers and as a sub-base beneath fill dirt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the smallest load of fill dirt you deliver to Saint Louis?

The smallest load we deliver is 1 ton. Saint Louis has about 72 wet days a year, so scheduling a small load onto firm ground is important to avoid having the truck get stuck. You can order any increment above that ton.

Does the soil around Saint Louis change how much fill dirt I need?

Yes, the freeze-thaw cycle in Saint Louis, with about 97 days below freezing, can cause soil movement. You may need extra fill to account for settlement after winter. The county permitted about 56 single-family homes in 2024, so grading work is common here.

Which size is the most common choice for this material?

Fill dirt is not graded by size like gravel; it is excavated subsoil. The most common choice is standard screened fill dirt for general grading and backfill. No specific particle size range applies.

How deep should the layer be for planting?

Fill dirt is not a planting medium. For planting, you need topsoil on top of the fill dirt. The fill dirt layer should be deep enough to raise the grade to the desired level, then topsoil is added for the root zone.

Get Your Delivered Price for Fill Dirt in Saint Louis

Enter your ZIP code at checkout to see the delivered price for your address. Gravel Monkey arranges the truck and the drop so you can focus on the job. Start your order on the Saint Louis hub page.

We also deliver fill dirt to nearby communities:

• Wellston
• Hillsdale
• Pine Lawn
• Maplewood
• Pagedale
• Clayton
• Venice
• Richmond Heights
• Velda City
• Northwoods